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Looking for a cybersecurity mentor: Manuel's career change at 42

A mentor in cybersecurity could help Manuel with a portfolio, interviews and first-job strategy.

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Manuel T. Gonzales
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Quezon City
I have worked as a hospitality worker for 6 years, and I'm 42. After my children starting school, I decided to move into cybersecurity, and I have completed a bootcamp. What I'm missing is someone who has walked this path: feedback on my capstone project, a realistic view of the job market in Metro Manila, and a sounding board when things feel overwhelming. I'm hoping for one 45-minute video call a month for four months, plus the occasional email question. I'll bring specific questions and I won't waste your time. All I can offer back is my thanks, and I'll mentor someone else once I'm settled. Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
effort
45 minutes a month
format
Online or by phone
skills
industry experience, patience, honest feedback

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  • Parth K. Naik🇮🇳Verified donor
    Really cared about my situation

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

  • Hussain Qasim Naqvi🇵🇰Verified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Efe Sade Shittu🇳🇬Verified helper
    Made a real difference

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

  • Ronke Ngozi Jimoh🇳🇬Verified donor
    Genuine person with a big heart

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Luca Lucas🇺🇸Verified helper
    Exactly what I needed

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Marta F. Orozco🇦🇷Verified helper
    Reliable and compassionate

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

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  • Sending love. This could happen to any of us. I went through something like this 10 years ago and strangers helped me out. Greetings from Cần Thơ.

    • thanks for sharing this, Manuel. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Wish I lived closer to Nairobi so I could bring a meal

      • thinking of you, Manuel. This could happen to any of us. I went through something like this 2 years ago and strangers helped me out.

        • You're not alone. Small businesses are the heart of Quezon City. Hope you're open again soon. Wish I lived closer to Athens so I could bring a meal. Love from Campinas.

          • So sorry you're going through this. Small businesses are the heart of Quezon City. Hope you're open again soon. Thinking of Quezon City.

            • Keep going. Shared this with my family. Thinking of Quezon City.

              • You're not alone. Shared it with a few friends. We're a small family in Monterrey but we're thinking of you!

                • Small businesses are the heart of Quezon City. Hope you're open again soon. I'm in public service myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Greetings from Makati.

                  • Rooting for you. Your post was clear and honest. I'm in social work myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Thinking of Quezon City.

                    • Tharindu SenanayakePhoto verified

                      Hope things get better soon. Shared it with a few friends. Wish I lived closer to Abbottabad so I could bring a meal. Love from Lalitpur.

                      • Stay strong, Manuel. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Thinking of Quezon City.

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